
Shala (KLF26) is a female leopard of Kumana National Park; “Shala” is the name used for her in the Leopards of Kumana citizen-science field guide, which is based on visitor sightings. She was first recorded on 20 March 2022 in zone B and is seen around Nelumpathpokuna and Beraliyawala. She has been seen mating with Maha (KLM16). She was recorded with two cubs in December 2025.